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Tomitaro MakinoKoshinsoA6 Size (fits Planner and Original)

    This is a simply designed techo cover printed with a botanical illustration of “Koshinso” by botanist Dr. Tomitaro Makino in 1901.



    Koshinso, painted in sumi ink and watercolor, is a perennial insectivorous plant that grows on wet rocks of the mountains in the north of the Kanto region. It was given its Japanese name after being discovered in Mt. Koshin in Tochigi Prefecture.



    The botanical illustration drawn over 120 years ago on June 30, 1901, delicately depicts the light purple flowers arranged horizontally and the stems that grow out from the flowers and warp back. Unusually for Dr. Makino's botanical illustrations, the background is painted in black.



    For the Hobonichi techo cover, a lovely blooming Koshinso flower is precisely printed on an ecru colored cotton fabric.







    Each of the two thin bookmarks is in a different color, one in light purple and the other in light green inspired by the Koshinso flower and stem. The tips are cut diagonally.







    Peek inside the outer back pocket and you will find a hidden message, “There isn’t any grass without a name. ―Tomitaro Makino.” This is an English translation of the words of Dr. Makino, showing how plant loving he was.







    There are no interior pockets for this cover, to make the techo even more compact. It has a pen hook designed to hold a pen by its clip.







    Written at the bottom of the cover interior is “Pinguicula ramosa,” the scientific name for Koshinso.







    We also have a Hobonichi Pencil Board fitted for the Original size designed with a botanical illustration drawn by Dr. Tomitaro Makino. This is an A6 size pencil board with botanical illustrations of a Kanto dandelion and Japanese thistle printed on it.







    You might also like the additional products in collaboration with Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s botanical illustration! They include an Original size cover “Koshinso,” Cousin size techo cover “Koshinso,” HON “Yamazakura” in A6 size and A5 size, Weeks book “Shihai Sumire,” Hobonichi pencil boards now available in three sizes with the Cousin size joining the lineup, and the Hobonichi Plain Notebook “Yamazakura” in A6 and A5 sizes.








    We hope you write down many of the joys you find in your daily life just like Dr. Makino, who loved, carefully observed, and drew a vast number of illustrations for plants.

    *From the Hobonichi Techo 2024 lineup, the Original book is available as the Japanese edition and the English edition.
    (The English edition is only available as the January start version.)



    About Botanist Tomitaro Makino

    Born April 24, 1862 in present-day Sakawa Town, Kochi Prefecture. Raised in the rich natural surroundings of Tosa City, he began to study botany independently as a young child. Moved to Tokyo and devoted himself to botanical research through the Department of Botany at Tokyo University’s Faculty of Science.
    Founded “The Botanical Magazine” with a close friend; they collaborated to publish their discovery of the flowering plant Yamatogusa in 1889. Collected over 400,000 specimens during his 94-year lifespan, and named over 1,500 discovered species. Known as the “Father of Japanese Botany.”



    Information provided by the Makino Botanical Garden.

    You can have Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s botanical illustrations in a variety of sizes!

    Thanks to our users who have made them so popular, we now have the fifth series of designs in collaboration with Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s botanical illustrations.



    The Koshinso cover, initially designed for Hobonichi Techo 2023 Spring, is now available in an A5 size. We changed the design and printing format to accommodate the larger size; the Original size is silk-screened to give it a fresh, glossy look, while the A5 size is ink-jetted to create a precise, matte texture.



    For HON, that has joined the lineup for this edition, we selected “Yamazakura,” one of Dr. Makino’s best-known works. The design has been well received in the Weeks books and plain notebooks, and we are sure that it would keep you in a happy mood to spend your days with a techo featuring cherry blossoms.



    The “Shihai Sumire” botanical illustration was chosen for the Weeks cover. A plant named by Dr. Makino himself, it must have had close connections with him as a native of Kochi Prefecture. The key feature of this illustration is “daintiness,” which is different from the botanical illustrations selected in the past covers.



    Now that the Hobonichi Pencil Board also comes in an A5 size with his work, you can carry Dr. Makino’s botanical illustration with any book of your choice. “Korogi-ran” is a small orchid that blooms in Kochi Prefecture. The vivid yellow-green color of the leaves and stems and the coloring of the flowers, layered with pale pink and reddish purple, are beautiful and very pleasing.

    Staff List

    Photographer
    Styled Images: Nobuki Kawaharazaki / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
    Stylist
    Minami Nosaki
    Makeup & Hair
    Daisuke Yamada (cake.)
    Model
    Serena Motola (BOX CORPORATION)
    Tomitaro MakinoKoshinsoA6 Size (fits Planner and Original)
    1. ¥5,390 - ¥6,490(incl. tax)
    2. ¥3,520(incl. tax)

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    This compact A6 size techo has spacious daily pages and a simple graph-paper design that offers plenty of freedom to draw, paste, and write.
    • Monday-start
    • A6 size
    • Thickness: 15 mm (0.6”)
    • Daily pages
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    • Yearly index
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    [Original] Daily Pages・One Piece Edition (*1)

    A classic easy-to-use techo
    This compact A6 size techo has spacious daily pages and a simple graph-paper design that offers plenty of freedom to draw, paste, and write.
    • Monday-start
    • Sunday-start
    • A6 size
    • Thickness: 15 mm (0.6”)
    • Daily pages
    • Yearly calendar
    • Yearly index
    • Monthly calendar
    • Memo pages

    *1 Also compatible with the One Piece Edition Original Book.

    [Original Avec] Daily Pages (2-Book Set)

    Each 6-month daily techo is thin and light for easy carry
    This techo splits the year into two 6-month books, making it easy to carry while keeping the same page design and layout as the standard edition.
    • Monday-start
    • A6 size
    • Thickness: 8 mm (0.3”) each
    • Daily pages
    • Yearly calendar
    • Yearly index
    • Monthly calendar
    • Memo pages

    [Day-Free] Monthly Techo + Notebook

    A monthly notebook with undated pages to write freely
    This techo starts with monthly calendars and ends with undated graph paper pages so you can write whenever you want, and as much as you want.
    • Monday-start
    • A6 size
    • Thickness: 8 mm (0.3”)
    • Monthly calendar
    • Yearly calendar
    • Yearly index
    • Graph paper notebook pages

    Specifications

    Cover
    SizeA6 size
    H: 162 x W: 237 x T: 3 mm / H: 6.4" x W: 9.3" x T: 0.1"
    *Specifications may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 47 g
    Main materialExterior: Cotton / Interior: Polyester
    Book (Planner / English / January Start)
    SizeA6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 15 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.6"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    Weight Approx. 190 g
    Language English
    Pages 448 pages
    Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size 4 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week
    Yearly Calendar2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
    Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *Every two-page daily page spread includes one daily quote.
    Daily Quotes One quote per two-page spread (English)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages15 pages
    Bonus Pages Important Contacts / International Size Charts / Conversion Table / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Okonomiyaki — Japanese-Style Savory Pancakes / Personal Notes
    Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and daily pages) / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
    Book (Original / Japanese / April Start)
    SizeA6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 15 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.6"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 195 g
    LanguageJapanese
    Pages464 pages
    Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    *Monthly calendar pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week or Sunday-start week
    Yearly Calendar2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexFeb. 2024 - May 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly CalendarFeb. 2024 - May 2025 (32 pages)
    Daily PagesApr. 1, 2024 - Mar. 31, 2025 (377 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include daily quotes.
    *Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday- / Sunday-start).
    Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages15 pages
    Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses (for 6 people) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
    Book (Original / Japanese / January Start)
    SizeA6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 15 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.6"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    Weight Approx. 195 g
    Language Japanese
    Pages 464 pages
    Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
    *Monthly pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week or Sunday-start week
    Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
    Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include daily quotes.
    *Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday/Sunday start).
    Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages14 pages
    Bonus Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses (for 6 people) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
    Book (Original English Edition / English / January Start)
    SizeA6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 15 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.6"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 195 g
    LanguageEnglish
    Pages464 pages
    Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    *Monthly calendar pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week
    Yearly Calendar2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly CalendarDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
    Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *Every two-page daily page spread includes one daily quote.
    *Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
    Daily QuotesOne quote per two-page spread (English)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages16 pages
    Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Words to Remember / 365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Looking Back at the Year 2024 / Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo / Gifts / Addresses / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
    Book (Original - One Piece Edition / Japanese / January Start)
    SizeA6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 15 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.6"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 195 g
    LanguageJapanese
    Pages464 pages
    Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    *Monthly calendar pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week
    Yearly Calendar2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly CalendarDec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
    Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include daily quotes.
    *All daily pages include character names of those who celebrate their birthday that day (as of Vol. 104)
    Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese / One Piece edition)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages14 pages
    Bonus PagesStraw Hat Crew Chronology / Phrases from One Piece For Your Everyday Life / Fill your days with the laughter of One Piece / Ambitions to fulfill with the Straw Hat Crew in 2024 / WANTED / Timetable / Favorites / My 100 / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses (for 6 people) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    Book (Original Avec / Japanese / January Start / 2-Book Set)
    SizeA6 size x 2 books
    Each Book: H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 8 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.3"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    Weight Each Book: Approx. 110 g
    Language Japanese
    Pages Each Book: 240 pages
    Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
    *Monthly pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week
    Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly IndexBook 1: Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Book 2: June 2024 - May 2025 (6 pages)
    Monthly CalendarBook 1: Dec. 2023 - July 2024 (16 pages)
    Book 2: June 2024 - Jan. 2025 (16 pages)
    Daily PagesBook 1: Jan. 1 - June 30, 2024 (188 pages)
    Book 2: July 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (190 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include daily quotes.
    *Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
    Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese)
    Weekly Pages Not included
    Memo Pages Book 1: 1 page
    Book 2: 1 page
    Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses (for 6 people) / Personal Notes
    Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
    Book (Day-Free / Japanese / Monthly)
    Size A6 size
    H: 148 x W: 105 x T: 8 mm / H: 5.8" x W: 4.1" x T: 0.3"
    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    Weight Approx. 110 g
    Language Japanese
    Pages240 pages
    Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
    Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
    *Monthly pages are 3.45 mm
    Start of WeekMonday-start week
    Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
    Yearly Index Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (8 pages)
    Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
    Weekly Calendar Not Included
    Daily Quotes Included (Japanese)
    Graph Paper171 pages
    Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses (for 6 people) / Personal Notes
    Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details

    Please Read Before You Buy

    In order to provide you with the most satisfaction for your product, we've compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Please be sure to read this information carefully before placing your order.

    Actual specifications may vary from listing

    Each item is individually assembled and sewn by hand by a factory worker. Best efforts are made to ensure consistent sizes and specifications, but there may be slight differences.

    Color and print may vary slightly

    This material is first printed or dyed and then later sewn onto the cover. While colors are designed to be consistent, there may be uneven coloring or slight shade variances between covers. This may also happen across a single cover, such as a pocket compared to the rest of the cover. In addition, on rare occasions, there may be small black or white dots visible on the print. This is an unavoidable aspect of the manufacturing process.

    Cover may contain variations in stitching or loose lining

    Due to the structure of the cover that opens flat 180 degrees, exterior stitching areas may appear puckered and lining material may be loose.

    Avoid storing in hot and humid places

    Please avoid storing your product in hot, humid places or placing it atop other objects for long periods of time as this may result in lower quality and color stains.

    Material may weaken over time

    The material coating, tape, plastic, and other parts of this cover may weaken as the product ages over time.

    Cannot be used with Cover on Cover

    Because this cover has different specifications as to the standard techo cover, it cannot be used with the Cover on Cover.